Elections have concluded for open faculty representative seats on seven School of Medicine and Public Health committees and councils. Appointments of newly elected representatives was effective on July 1, 2024. Participating in SMPH shared governance …
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Celebrating Juneteenth 2024
Yesterday marked a special day of commemoration and celebration! We proudly raised the Juneteenth Flag, honoring the end of chattel slavery and the enduring symbol of freedom it represents. But Juneteenth isn’t just about reflecting …
SMPH has strong history of success as ELAM program fellows
Across the history of the Hedwig van Ameringen Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine (ELAM) program, 26 female faculty at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health have been named fellows in the program. This …
Build a supportive and inclusive workplace during Ramadan 2024
Multiple resources exist across UW–Madison and UW Health for Muslim employees in observance of Ramadan, as well as those who work with them. The Islamic tradition of Ramadan will be taking place from March 10 …
Students celebrate, share perspectives for Black History Month
Two members of the school’s chapter of the Student National Medical Association (SNMA) share their thoughts for Black History Month in the Q&As below. The SNMA is committed to supporting current and future underrepresented minority …
Native Physician Assistant students reflect on Native American Heritage Month
This Native American Heritage Month, we are highlighting Native students from the school’s Physician Assistant program. This year, the program matriculated its largest class of incoming Native PA students ever. Four first-year students and one …
Native Physician Assistant students reflect on Native American Heritage Month
This Native American Heritage Month, we are highlighting Native students from the school’s Physician Assistant program. This year, the program matriculated its largest class of incoming PA students ever. Four first-year students and one second-year …
Celebrating 2023 Genetic Counselor Awareness Day
Genetic counselors, such as those trained in the school’s Master of Genetic Counselor Studies Program, are critical members of health care teams who support, guide and care for patients when there is a genetic link to …
2023 SMPH Faculty Investiture Celebration honors faculty and donors
On Thursday, June 29, at the University of Wisconsin–Madison Memorial Union, School of Medicine and Public Health faculty honorees, donors, and leaders gathered for the second annual SMPH Faculty Investiture Celebration. The event celebrated and …
New informatics and IT initiatives at SMPH
The following memo was sent to all SMPH faculty on Tuesday, June 21. It is being shared here for viewing by all SMPH employees, including staff, learners and faculty. Dear colleagues, We want to update …